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#505 50 Years of The Grateful Dead
Episode 502
The Grateful Dead has the most devoted following of any rock band in history, but also has its fair share of detractors. Jim and Greg reexamine the legacy of The Grateful Dead as the band celebrates …
Published on 9 years, 11 months ago
#504 Kate Pierson of the B-52s
Episode 501
Since 1976, The B-52’s have combined a zany punk attitude with avant-garde sensibilities. Singer Kate Pierson joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a conversation about the band’s history and he…
Published on 9 years, 11 months ago
#503 Tame Impala Live and On Record
Episode 500
Led by multi-instrumentalist Kevin Parker, Australian psych-rockers Tame Impala made huge waves in both hemispheres with the release of their album Lonerism in 2012. They join Jim and Greg for a disc…
Published on 9 years, 11 months ago
#502 Summer Songs Part 2
Episode 499
The hot sun is beating down and we’re busy waxing our surfboards. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share more of their favorite Summer Songs. Plus, they speak with music writer Jessica Hopper about h…
Published on 9 years, 11 months ago
#501 Torres and Opinions on Miguel
Episode 498
Torres, the musical project of Georgia native Mackenzie Scott, has shown off her prodigious songwriting abilities in two critically acclaimed and intensely emotional albums. Torres joins hosts Jim De…
Published on 10 years ago
#500 Episode 500!
Episode 497
Sound Opinions is celebrating its 500th episode. To mark this milestone, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot share highlights from throughout the show’s history and look ahead to the next 500 episodes.
Published on 10 years ago
#499 The Life and Music of BB King & Opinions on Richard Thompson
Episode 496
B.B. King, the international ambassador for the blues, passed away in May. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot celebrate the life and music of the great guitarist with a classic album dissection of King…
Published on 10 years ago
#498 Best of 2015...So Far & Opinions on Donnie Trumpet
Episode 495
The year is only half over, and already there are too many great new records to keep up with. Jim and Greg take a breath and catch you up with the Best of 2015…So Far.
Published on 10 years ago
#497 Zola Jesus & Opinions on Florence + The Machine
Episode 494
Electronic artist Zola Jesus uses her powerful operatic voice to create a uniquely dark and cinematic sound. She joins hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a conversation and live performance.
Published on 10 years, 1 month ago
#496 Scharpling & Wurster and Spring Record Reviews
Episode 493
Along with the warm weather each year comes record release season, with exciting new albums put out by major artists. Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot get you up to speed by offering a review roundup…
Published on 10 years, 1 month ago